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LT53 DFN

2003 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

54,072 mi
Last recorded54,072 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT53 DFN
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 54,072 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Nov 2025 54,070 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) not working both sides (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2024 53,664 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 7 Nov 2024 53,662 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 52,982 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 52,308 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2022 52,308 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 50,239 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 49,321 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 46,809 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 43,778 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Jul 2017 43,778 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 40,156 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 36,486 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 33,137 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 27,853 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 27,853 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 21,615 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 14,572 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 13,819 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 12,835 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 11,698 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 10,238 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 8,355 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Yaris?

Based on 9,038,234 MOT tests across 631,037 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
4,759
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
631,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 149,812
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 133,602
position lamp(s) not working 65,683
Stop lamp not working 58,922
Brake pipe excessively corroded 52,660
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LT53 DFN is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Yaris models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 61,835 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Yaris fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 149,812 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LT53 DFN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Yaris typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Toyota Yaris is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LT53 DFN registered?

LT53 DFN is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 11 September 2003.

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